July is the peak month for grill fires, according to the National Fire Protection Association. With the month quickly approaching, Lincoln Fire and Rescue is reminding people to stay safe when using a grill. LFR said more than a quarter of grill-related structure fires start on an exterior balcony or open porch. “We wanna make sure that you keep those gas grills and propane grills away from the house or structure,” LFR spokeswoman MJ Lierman said.
The department has responded to several grill fires in Lincoln, including one over the weekend that started as a propane fire. Lierman said it was caused by a leak in the connection between the house and the grill. The flames spread to the home’s living room, second floor, and attic, causing $70,000 in structural damage and $20,000 in damage to contents inside.
